Manager, Policy Advancement

ITK•Ottawa, ON

41d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Policy Advancement the Manager is responsible for managing the development of policy programs and areas that improve the lives of Inuit across Canada. The Manager leads a team of staff that works collaboratively across the organization to deliver on key initiatives and policies. Specific files could potentially include, but not be limited to, the following: Education Inuktut Urban Inuit The Manager oversees the production of policy positions and recommendations, and provides policy and project management oversight and guidance and works in collaboration with other Managers within the Policy Advancement team.

Requirements

Good working knowledge and understanding of a breadth of environment and wildlife policy issues as they relate to Inuit in Canada
Good understanding of community needs and traditional values in Inuit communities
Knowledge and understanding of Inuit land claim agreements and organizations and related legislation and policy frameworks
Familiarity with federal government programs and policy
Familiarity with the principles and practices of business administration, including program budgeting
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset);
Proven and effective writing, speaking, organization, facilitation, coordination, prioritization and time management skills
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Access), internet, e-mail, and PowerPoint
Team player, self-motivated and directed
Ability to understand and interpret policy and legal documents, legislation, and regulation
Sound problem solving and analytical skills
Sensitive to local, political and cultural issues
Experience in analysis, program development, evaluation, and consultation
General research and policy development experience
Experience with project management or program development
Experience with partnership development and maintenance
Management or Supervisory experience
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. environmental sciences, natural resource management, etc.) with a minimum of 4 years of related work experience and/or field research in a similar role; OR
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years of relevant work and/or education experience in a similar role

Responsibilities

Manages and assists team members with all policy related activities
Acts as a lead on file specific matters as assigned and prioritized by the Director and Assistant Director
Drafts, edits and produces reports, studies, position papers, policy statements and other documents in relation to assigned policy areas
Identifies research needs related to assigned policy areas and participates in relevant research projects
Attends relevant conferences and participates in relevant working groups as time and resources permit
Designs proposals, work plans and budgets for funders
Participates in the development of departmental and organizational strategic, operations and work plans
Recommends priority areas of activity for the department and ITK as relevant to the file areas
Conducts analyses and formulates recommendations/positions as they relate to policy development at the national level
Facilitates and coordinates the efforts of various working groups and committees associated with assigned policy areas
Consults/collaborates with colleagues within ITK, Regional Inuit Organizations and provincial and territorial governments, and other relevant bodies working in various policy areas
Collaborates with relevant national policy stakeholders, organizations and associations
Monitors developing external trends, policies, programs and issues with actual or potential impact on issues and interests related to Inuit in Canada.
Collaborates with communications to develop communications plans on key policy areas
Manages and assists team members with all policy and planning related activities
Oversees the establishment of work priorities, work plans, project budgets and project activities
Acts as point of contact for staff for specific portfolios/files
Assists in disseminating strategic priorities and turning them into actions
Provides training, coaching and guidance to staff
Delegates resources as appropriate to ensure key priorities are delivered
Conducts staff performance reviews in conjunction with the Policy Advancement management team
Assists the Assistant Director and Director with recruitment and selection initiatives
Establishes and maintains working relationships with Inuit regional land claim organizations.
Attends meetings and conducts teleconferences (as necessary) to ensure regular communications with key stakeholders assigned to specific policy areas
Facilitates and participates in communications, relevant meetings, workshops and conferences
Participates in and leads internal working teams related to assigned policy areas
Trains, mentors and reviews the work of department staff as required
Monitors staff workload and performance. Works with the Director and Assistant Director (as required) to handle any staff issues
Disseminates relevant information to appropriate stakeholders in a suitable and organized manner
Oversees the management of assignments from start to finish, including budget development, planning and monitoring, consultation activities, working group/committee work, workshop and teleconference organization and logistics, communications, and various reporting requirements
Establishes and maintains policy, research, and systems records as required
Represents ITK in meetings and conferences or on committees and working groups as assigned by the Director, including participation on task forces or working groups that bring together government departments and Inuit organizations
Works independently and co-operatively with a variety of individuals and groups, including government and land claim organizations.
Fosters strong working relationships with relevant Regional Inuit Organizations and Federal and Provincial/Territorial Government departments.
Performs any other duties as assigned.